How to convert pounds to grams
To convert pounds to grams, multiply by 453.59237. One pound equals exactly 453.59237 grams, a conversion used in recipes, grocery shopping, portion tracking and shipping.
Pound to Gram conversion table
| Pound (lb) | Gram (g) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 lb | 45.359237 g |
| 0.5 lb | 226.796185 g |
| 1 lb | 453.59237 g |
| 2 lb | 907.18474 g |
| 3 lb | 1,360.77711 g |
| 4 lb | 1,814.36948 g |
| 5 lb | 2,267.96185 g |
| 10 lb | 4,535.9237 g |
| 20 lb | 9,071.8474 g |
| 25 lb | 11,339.80925 g |
| 50 lb | 22,679.6185 g |
| 100 lb | 45,359.237 g |
| 500 lb | 226,796.185 g |
| 1,000 lb | 453,592.37 g |
About the units
Pound (lb)
The international avoirdupois pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms.
Gram (g)
A gram is one thousandth of a kilogram and the everyday metric unit for food and small items.
How to use this converter
- Type the number of pounds (lb) in the input box.
- The result in grams appears instantly — no button needed.
- See the same value in every other weight unit just below.
- Use “Swap units” to convert grams back to pounds.
When you’ll use the pound to gram conversion
A US bread recipe calls for 1.5 lb of flour and your kitchen scale is metric. Converting gives about 680 g, so you can weigh it precisely.
A butcher sells ground beef by the pound and you track meal portions in grams. Converting each package keeps your nutrition log accurate.
💡 For a quick estimate in your head, multiply by about 450 (the exact factor is 453.59237).
Watch out for these mix-ups
- Using 500 g as a pound, which overstates every quantity by about 10%.
- Rounding large amounts before scaling a recipe.
- Mixing kilograms and grams in the same recipe.
- Converting volume measurements as if they were weights.
Tips for better results
- Use 454 g per pound for everyday cooking.
- Weigh flour and sugar rather than measuring by cups.
- Keep decimals when scaling recipes up or down.
💡 Practical tip: Half a pound is about 227 grams, and a quarter pound is about 113 grams.
Frequently asked questions
How many grams are in one pound?
One pound equals 453.59237 grams. 453.59237 is the exact factor used by this converter.
How do I convert pounds to grams?
Multiply the value in pounds by 453.59237. To go the other way, multiply grams by 0.00220462262185.
What is 10 lb in g?
10 lb = 4,535.9237 g. Also, 5 lb = 2,267.96185 g and 100 lb = 45,359.237 g.
What is the difference between a pound and a gram?
The international avoirdupois pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms. A gram is one thousandth of a kilogram and the everyday metric unit for food and small items.
Is this tool free and private?
Yes — the Pound to Gram is completely free with no sign-up, and it runs entirely in your browser, so the values you enter are never uploaded to our servers.
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